Are we going to have to file a car accident lawsuit?
February 28, 2011
“Are we going to have to file a lawsuit? I don’t want the stress of having to go to trial.”
Surprisingly (or not, depending on your view), most cases settle. Back in February ’09 I posted a statistic that “about 97 percent of civil cases are settled or dismissed without a trial.”
Mind you, this number doesn’t actually include the number of claims that are settled without a lawsuit actually being filed. A high percentage of car accident claims are settled before a lawsuit is filed. There’s even law firms and attorneys that will not file a lawsuit. If they can’t get the case settled, they refer those clients to attorneys willing to try cases (like us!). I believe insurance companies facing attorneys that won’t “go the distance” will value those car accident claims much lower.
Google app may get you out of a speeding ticket
February 24, 2011
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I use my iPhone all the time, but one of the Android phones may be worth looking into. A man recently used the Google My Tracks app to prove that (or at least raise enough doubt) to get himself out of a speeding ticket.
The app can track miles traveled, maximum speed, and average speed.
It would also be a handy program to keep track of your kid’s driving! Or kids, if you’re wanting a new cell phone this may be the answer.
Could a Medical Lien Become Your Worst Nightmare?
February 4, 2011
Los Angeles car accident lawyers have seen a plague of car accidents in California. These accidents range from cuts and bruises to more serious injuries that can be life threatening. Knowing what fatal mistakes to avoid after your accident can save you time and money. One of those fatal mistakes is signing a medical lien.
A medical lien is a promise to pay your medical bills later from your personal injury settlement. In theory, this may appear harmless. In reality, it could become a disaster. It has been my observation over the years that health care expenses are much greater on a medical lien. A lien agreement provides no oversight as to how appropriate the treatment is. Some doctors will over treat, over charge, or both. With no over sight you are at the mercy of your medical facility.
Signing a medical lien will obligate your personal injury attorney to pay your medical fees from your settlement money. In some cases, your settlement could be a lesser value than the money you owe. In this instance, you will have to pay the remainder of the lien from your own pocket.
Injured California car accident victims — especially those who are catastrophically injured — should receive healthcare. Above all, it is important to receive treatment for your injuries and make a full recovery. It is also your duty by law to receive proper healthcare to ensure your injuries do not get worse. If your injuries get worse by your own neglect, you will be held responsible for the worsening of your injuries, not the person who initially caused the injury.
Free Book To Injured California Accident Victims
If you would like to learn more about medical liens you may request your copy of “The Seven Fatal Mistakes That Can Wreck Your California Personal Injury Claim.” This book is valued at 14.99 and offered free to California personal injury victims. Inside you will find important information every accident victim should have.
Get Help For Your California Personal Injury Accident
If you or a loved one has suffered from a California personal injury accident and have questions, please contact BISNAR | CHASE Personal Injury Lawyers for a free consultation. We offer complimentary, no obligation consultations as well as a no fee guarantee. This means that if we don’t win your case you don’t pay.
